1970 Triumph GT6 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald

To start off, 1970 Triumph GT6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1961 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 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Triumph GT6 1961 Triumph Herald
Make Triumph Triumph
Model GT6 Herald
Year Released 1970 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 159 Nm 69 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 3740 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2110 mm 2320 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 53 L


 

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