2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C3 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
