2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 48 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), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 540 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
