1973 MG MGB vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 MG MGB 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG MGB weights approximately 220 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, 1973 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 MG MGB | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | MGB | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2320 mm |
