1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1969 Opel Rekord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 265 kg more than 1960 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, 1969 Opel Rekord (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Rekord | Herald |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
