1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 27 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 485 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Octavia | Herald |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
