1994 Lada Samara vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1994 Lada Samara is newer by 35 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Samara weights approximately 164 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, 1994 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Samara | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Lada | Triumph |
Model | Samara | Herald |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |