1996 Nissan Terrano vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1090 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 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Terrano | Herald |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
