1973 Porsche 914 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Porsche 914 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 914 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1961 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, 1973 Porsche 914 (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 914 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 914 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
