1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1960 Triumph Herald is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1960 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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 55 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
