2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Accent (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 254 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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Accent | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Accent | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
