1968 Triumph 1300 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Triumph Herald is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 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, 1968 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 1300 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
