1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 10 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 1,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 375 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.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | Centura | Herald |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1980 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
