1973 Citroen GS vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 14 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 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 380 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, 1973 Citroen GS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | GS | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 29 L |
