1960 Triumph Herald vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 52 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1179 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 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Triumph Herald | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Triumph | Nissan |
Model | Herald | Frontier |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1919 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |