1974 Opel Kadett vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1974 Opel Kadett is newer by 12 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 1,146 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Kadett weights approximately 10 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.
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, 1962 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Kadett | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Kadett | Herald |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 29 L |
