1979 Triumph Dolomite vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1979 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 11 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 160 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, 1979 Triumph Dolomite (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Triumph Dolomite | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Dolomite | Herald |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 29 L |
