1961 Triumph Herald vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 51 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 577 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 1961 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Triumph Herald | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Triumph | Kia |
Model | Herald | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 53 L |