1957 Morris Minor vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Triumph Herald is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Minor weights approximately 45 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Morris | Triumph |
| Model | Minor | Herald |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
