2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 620 kg more than 1963 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Avensis | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
