2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
