2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 700 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 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Avensis | Herald |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
