1962 Triumph Herald vs. 2005 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3111 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1962 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Triumph Herald | 2005 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Triumph | GAZ |
| Model | Herald | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1146 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2810 mm |
