2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 572 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 C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | C4 | Herald |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 760 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 |