1970 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Spitfire | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | Herald |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2320 mm |
