2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 482 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1262 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
