1992 Citroen BX vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 33 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 150 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, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | BX | Herald |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| 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 | 71 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |
