1963 Triumph Herald vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 49 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 920 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Herald | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Triumph | Chevrolet |
| Model | Herald | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 72 L |
