2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1969 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 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 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1969 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1969 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
