2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 47 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1513 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Patrol | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 29 L |
