1987 Subaru Leone vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 28 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 250 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, 1987 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Subaru Leone | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Leone | Herald |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
