1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 713 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 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Triumph Herald | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Triumph | Hyundai |
Model | Herald | Sonata |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 67 L |