2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 50 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 20 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, 2009 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | C1 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 29 L |
