1979 Subaru Leone vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone 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 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Leone | Herald |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
