1996 Proton 400 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Proton | Triumph |
| Model | 400 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
