2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
