1998 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 524 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.
Because 1963 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
