1961 Triumph Herald vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 52 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 822 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 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Herald | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Triumph | Hyundai |
| Model | Herald | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1655 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 58 L |
