1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 735 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 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Camaro | Herald |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
