1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 27 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Commodore | Herald |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
