1977 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Accord | Herald |
Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |