1977 Renault 14 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Renault 14 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 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 14 weights approximately 85 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 Renault 14 (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 14 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 14 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 29 L |
