1961 Triumph Herald vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 9 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 20 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Herald | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Herald | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2110 mm |
