1961 Triumph Herald vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 49 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 908 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Herald | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | Herald | Outback |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
