1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 11 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 20 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2320 mm |
