1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 25 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 474 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Spirit | Herald |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
