1956 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Triumph Herald is newer by 7 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 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 (137 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | DS | Herald |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
