2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 40 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 350 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Prizm | Herald |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 29 L |