1959 Triumph Herald vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Triumph Spitfire 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 55 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, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Spitfire 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 Spitfire | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Herald | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 33 L |
