2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 44 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 110 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, 2003 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
