1991 Lada Samara vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Samara weights approximately 164 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Samara | Herald |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
