2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 47 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), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 464 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 760 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 29 L |
