1959 Triumph Herald vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 435 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Triumph Herald | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | Triumph | Austin |
Model | Herald | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |