1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 13 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 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 330 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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-4 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
