1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,146 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Super 5 (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Super 5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Herald weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Super 5 | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Super 5 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
