2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Matiz (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 96 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 Daewoo Matiz (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Daewoo | Triumph |
| Model | Matiz | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 29 L |
