1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 25 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 1,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 140 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Colt | Herald |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1437 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |
