2001 Honda City vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 40 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda City weights approximately 180 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 1961 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 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda City, 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, 2001 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | City | Herald |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |