1999 Opel Omega vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 39 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 115 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.
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 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Omega | Herald |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |