2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 31 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 550 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | S-MX | Herald |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 780 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 |