1976 Citroen CX vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 650 kg more than 1960 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | CX | Herald |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
