1995 Renault Safrane vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 608 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, 1995 Renault Safrane, 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (155 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Safrane | Herald |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
