1994 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 300 kg more than 1963 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 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Pulsar | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Pulsar | Herald |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
