1993 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 576 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Rocky | Herald |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2320 mm |
