1975 Triumph TR6 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 244 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.
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, 1975 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph TR6 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR6 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |
