2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1515 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Silverado | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 29 L |
