1971 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1971 Citroen DS is newer by 12 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 432 kg more than 1959 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, 1971 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | DS | Herald |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2320 mm |
