1959 Triumph Herald vs. 1975 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1975 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 16 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 1,852 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 185 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Triumph Herald | 1975 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Triumph | Triumph |
Model | Herald | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1145 cc | 1852 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |