2004 Subaru Impreza vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 710 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Impreza | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Impreza | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
