1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen C 15, 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, 1968 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C 15 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |
