2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 1110 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, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 29 L |
