2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 48 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 665 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Caliber | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 29 L |
