1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 559 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Camaro | Herald |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 841 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |