1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 15 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 92 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Consorte | Herald |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 29 L |
