2009 Opel Astra vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 450 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 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Astra | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Astra | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 29 L |
