2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph 2000 (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
