2003 Buick Century vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Buick Century is newer by 44 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Century weights approximately 760 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, 2003 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Century | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Century | Herald |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |