2000 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 390 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 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
