1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 820 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, 2005 Lancia Zeta (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Triumph | Lancia |
| Model | Herald | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
