1972 Triumph Stag vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1972 Triumph Stag is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Stag (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Stag weights approximately 420 kg more than 1962 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 Triumph Stag (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Stag | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Stag | Herald |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
