1977 Holden GTS vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 18 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 715 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | GTS | Herald |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
