1987 Citroen BX vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 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, 1987 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | BX | Herald |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
