1963 Triumph Herald vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 723 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Herald | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Triumph | Cadillac |
| Model | Herald | ATS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |
