1961 Triumph Herald vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 523 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Herald | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Triumph | Citroen |
| Model | Herald | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
