1990 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 278 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 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Civic | Herald |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |