2009 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1959 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
