1987 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 28 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 680 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, 1987 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | CX | Herald |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2320 mm |