1973 Triumph TR6 vs. 1969 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 340 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 TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Triumph TR6 | 1969 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Triumph | Triumph |
Model | TR6 | Herald |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1145 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 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 | 1120 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |