1972 Triumph 2000 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1972 Triumph 2000 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 485 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, 1972 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph 2000 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 2000 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
