1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 40 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 830 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | Viper | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
