2003 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 622 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | Herald |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |