1988 Saab 900i vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1988 Saab 900i 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900i weights approximately 525 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 Saab 900i (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 900i | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Saab | Triumph |
| Model | 900i | Herald |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 29 L |
