1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 465 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.
Because 1959 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Colt | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Plymouth | Triumph |
Model | Colt | Herald |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1145 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |