2005 Holden Statesman vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 930 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 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Statesman | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Statesman | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
