1961 Triumph Herald vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 44 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph Herald weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1961 Triumph Herald (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Herald | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Triumph | Mazda |
| Model | Herald | Carol |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 58 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |
