1998 Kia Joice vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 37 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 645 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Joice | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Joice | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
