1983 Talbot Tagora vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1983 Talbot Tagora 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 475 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 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Tagora | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Talbot | Triumph |
| Model | Tagora | Herald |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |
