1978 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 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, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 1609 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | 1609 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
