1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 318 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba, 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Cordoba | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Seat | Triumph |
Model | Cordoba | Herald |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 83 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |