1973 Triumph Dolomite vs. 1959 Triumph Herald

To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 206 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 Triumph Dolomite (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Triumph Dolomite 1959 Triumph Herald
Make Triumph Triumph
Model Dolomite Herald
Year Released 1973 1959
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1145 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2330 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 29 L


 

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