1968 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1967 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1968 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Herald would be higher. Both 1968 Triumph Spitfire and 1967 Triumph Herald are equipped with a 1,296 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Herald. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph Herald weights approximately 88 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1967 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Herald. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Triumph Spitfire | 1967 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Triumph | Triumph |
Model | Spitfire | Herald |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |