2003 Proton Tiara vs. 1967 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Proton Tiara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph Herald (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph Herald weights approximately 52 kg more than 2003 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Tiara, 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, 1967 Triumph Herald (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Tiara | 1967 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Proton | Triumph |
| Model | Tiara | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
