1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Triumph Herald is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Opel Rekord (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 190 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Rekord | Herald |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
