2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C5 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
