1976 Toyota Celica vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 210 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 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Celica | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Celica | Herald |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
