2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1960 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
