1988 Lada Samara vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 140 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 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Samara | Herald |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
