2003 MCC ForTwo vs. 1969 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 MCC ForTwo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,145 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph Herald weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
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, 1969 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForTwo | 1969 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | MCC | Triumph |
| Model | ForTwo | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2320 mm |
