2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 43 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 610 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Alero | Herald |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2320 mm |
