1960 Triumph Herald vs. 1970 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1970 Triumph Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1960 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, 1970 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Triumph Herald | 1970 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Herald | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |
