1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 17 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 355 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | Centura | Herald |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
