1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 26 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 48 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Because 1959 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Triumph Herald (83 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm). This means 1959 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Innocenti | Triumph |
| Model | 990 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2330 mm |
