1961 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 50 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Herald | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Triumph | Tata |
| Model | Herald | Indica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 37 L |
