1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 20 kg more than 1960 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, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | Herald |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 760 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 |
