1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1959 Triumph Herald is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 285 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Triumph Herald (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | 2CV | Herald |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 29 L |
