1963 Triumph Herald vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Triumph Herald is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Herald weights approximately 20 kg more than 1960 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 Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Herald | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Herald | Herald |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 29 L |
