1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 37 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 416 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Lantra | Herald |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
