2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 260 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 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Yaris | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 29 L |
