1998 Rover 75 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1960 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | 75 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |
