2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 1,311 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 605 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 RX-8 (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-8 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1311 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
