1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 420 kg more than 1960 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corsica | Herald |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 29 L |
