1986 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1986 Nissan Pulsar 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 120 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, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Pulsar | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Pulsar | Herald |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |
