2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C5 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
