1997 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 877 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | SsangYong | Triumph |
| Model | Chairman H | Herald |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |
