1980 Renault Siete vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1980 Renault Siete is newer by 10 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, 1980 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Siete weights approximately 35 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Siete | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Siete | Herald |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |
