1967 Triumph 1300 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1967 Triumph 1300 is newer by 8 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 156 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.
Because 1959 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1967 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph 1300 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
