1983 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 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, 1983 Citroen BX (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | BX | Herald |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
