1978 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1978 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 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, 1978 Triumph Spitfire (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Triumph Spitfire | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Triumph | Triumph |
Model | Spitfire | Herald |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 29 L |