1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 14 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 398 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Mazda 929 (137 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 929 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |
