1970 Triumph Herald vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Herald | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Triumph | Peugeot |
| Model | Herald | 406 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
