1966 Honda S600 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1966 Honda S600 is newer by 3 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Honda S600 (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Herald weights approximately 75 kg more than 1966 Honda S600.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Honda S600 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | S600 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 606 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 29 L |
