1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1960 Isuzu Minx is newer by 1 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 250 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, 1960 Isuzu Minx (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1960 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Isuzu | Triumph |
| Model | Minx | Herald |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
