1960 Triumph Herald vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 584 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, 2005 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Triumph Herald | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Triumph | Peugeot |
| Model | Herald | 406 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
