1975 Opel Manta vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1975 Opel Manta 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Manta weights approximately 168 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 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Manta | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Manta | Herald |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
