1997 Peugeot 605 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 680 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 605 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 605 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
