1976 Triumph Stag vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1976 Triumph Stag 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Stag weights approximately 430 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 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Triumph Stag | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Stag | Herald |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
