1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1966 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,145 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 155 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen Ak 350, 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, 1959 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen Ak 350 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | Ak 350 | Herald |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 1145 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 29 L |