1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1961 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 2 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 270 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, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | CJ5 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2320 mm |
