1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 44 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 639 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | Herald | S40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 62 L |
