1977 Innocenti Mini vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Innocenti Mini 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 42 kg more than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1959 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Triumph Herald (83 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm). This means 1959 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Innocenti Mini | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Innocenti | Triumph |
| Model | Mini | Herald |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |
