1959 Triumph Herald vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1967 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 8 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 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 100 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, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Triumph Herald | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Triumph | Triumph |
Model | Herald | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 39 L |