2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 41 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1109 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Astro | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 29 L |
