1982 Austin Marina vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 23 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 122 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, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Marina | Herald |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
