1996 Honda Today vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 35 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph Herald weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Triumph Herald (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Today | Herald |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |