1959 Triumph Herald vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1993 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 34 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 338 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.
Because 1959 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1993 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald. 1993 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Triumph Herald | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Triumph | Nissan |
Model | Herald | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 147 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2440 mm |