1997 Honda Life vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 38 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 1,145 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 30 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 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Life | Herald |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1145 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |