2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 480 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 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 3 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
