1969 Triumph Herald vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1969 Triumph Herald is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Triumph Roadster (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 372 kg more than 1969 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Triumph Herald | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Triumph | Triumph |
Model | Herald | Roadster |
Year Released | 1969 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1145 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |