1956 Citroen DS 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 DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 478 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | DS | Herald |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
