1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 25 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 320 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-01 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |
