1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 12 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 740 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Aspen | Herald |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
