1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 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 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 219 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.
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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-7 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |
