1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 360 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (241 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2320 mm |
