1960 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 51 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 525 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.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Triumph Herald | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Triumph | Lada |
Model | Herald | Niva |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |