1980 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 21 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Horizon | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Plymouth | Triumph |
Model | Horizon | Herald |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 115 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 | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |