2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 42 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 530 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | C5 | Herald |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |