2009 Kia Rio vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 364 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, 2009 Kia Rio (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Rio | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
