1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1979 Dodge Omni is newer by 20 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Omni (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Omni weights approximately 220 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, 1979 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Omni | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Omni | Herald |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
