2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 49 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 295 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Impala | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |
