2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 616 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Sonata | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
