1985 Citroen Axel vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 Citroen Axel is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph Herald (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Axel weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Because 1961 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Axel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Triumph Herald (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Axel | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2320 mm |
