1970 Mini MK III vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Mini MK III is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph Herald weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mini MK III, 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 Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini MK III | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mini | Triumph |
| Model | MK III | Herald |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2320 mm |
