2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 194 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 206 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
