2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 41 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 330 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
