2004 Proton 400 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Proton 400 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton 400 weights approximately 230 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 Proton 400 (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton 400 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Proton | Triumph |
| Model | 400 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
