1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 220 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 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 323 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
