1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 710 kg more than 1961 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Camaro | Herald |
Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |