1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1967 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Herald. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 819 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Herald. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Herald. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1967 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1967 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1967 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | AMC | Triumph |
| Model | Ambassador | Herald |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2330 mm |
