1979 Saab 900 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 470 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 Saab 900 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Saab 900 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Saab | Triumph |
| Model | 900 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
