1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Herald weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Ami | Herald |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 29 L |
