1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 26 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 90 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 323 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
