1963 Triumph Herald vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Herald | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Triumph | Daihatsu |
| Model | Herald | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2340 mm |
