1990 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 400 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corsica | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3890 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 |
