2000 Opel Speedster vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Speedster 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.
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, 2000 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Speedster | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Speedster | Herald |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 29 L |