1991 Ginetta G vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ginetta G weights approximately 135 kg more than 1960 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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ginetta G | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ginetta | Triumph |
| Model | G | Herald |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
