1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 40 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 320 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
