1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Taft | Herald |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2320 mm |
