1988 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 29 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 320 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, 1988 Austin Montego (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Montego | Herald |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 29 L |
