1999 Honda NSX vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | NSX | Herald |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |