1970 Triumph Herald vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Herald is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Herald weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Herald | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Herald | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 40 L |
