1983 Holden Camira vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Camira weights approximately 260 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, 1983 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Camira | Herald |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
