1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 85 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 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charade | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2320 mm |
