1961 Triumph Herald vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Herald | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 40 L |
