1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1966 Marcos 1800 is newer by 7 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1800 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Marcos | Triumph |
| Model | 1800 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 29 L |
