1959 Triumph Herald vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph 2000 is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 485 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, 1970 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Herald | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1145 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2700 mm |
