1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1970 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 405 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
