1960 Triumph Herald vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 789 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Triumph Herald | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Triumph | Chevrolet |
| Model | Herald | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 129 L |
