1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 2 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph Herald (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph Herald weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Triumph Herald (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Ak 350 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
