2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 570 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | S-MX | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
