1962 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Triumph Herald is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Triumph Vitesse | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Vitesse | Herald |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 29 L |
