1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 30 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, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |
