1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 26 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 840 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Avanti | Triumph |
| Model | Avanti | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 29 L |
