1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1962 Opel Kadett is newer by 3 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Opel Kadett (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Kadett | Herald |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2320 mm |
