1973 Triumph Dolomite vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 186 kg more than 1963 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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Dolomite | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Dolomite | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 29 L |
