2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 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 C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C4 | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
