1969 Triumph Herald vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 267 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph Herald | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Triumph | Honda |
| Model | Herald | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1145 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 42 L |
