1964 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1968 Triumph Herald is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph Vitesse | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Vitesse | Herald |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 29 L |
