2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 42 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (115 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 455 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, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Coupe | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | Herald |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
