1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 335 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Prelude | Herald |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |
