1959 Triumph Herald vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 28 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Triumph Herald (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | Herald | Nova |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2350 mm |
