1999 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1959 Triumph Herald

To start off, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 40 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 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Kia Pride Wagon 1959 Triumph Herald
Make Kia Triumph
Model Pride Wagon Herald
Year Released 1999 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1147 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2320 mm