1950 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Triumph Herald is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Herald weights approximately 18 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1950 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morgan Plus 4 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Morgan | Triumph |
Model | Plus 4 | Herald |
Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |