2004 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 360 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, 2004 Honda Civic (144 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
