1963 Triumph 2000 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 455 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph 2000 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 2000 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
