1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 26 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 294 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, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Berlingo | Herald |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
