1973 Triumph GT6 vs. 1969 Triumph Herald

To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 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 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Triumph GT6 1969 Triumph Herald
Make Triumph Triumph
Model GT6 Herald
Year Released 1973 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1145 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74.7 mm 69.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2120 mm 2320 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 29 L


 

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