1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 205 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Yaris | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
