1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 486 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Triumph | Chevrolet |
| Model | Herald | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 98 L |
