2000 Toyota GT1 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota GT1 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota GT1 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | GT1 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
