2004 Toyota Ipsum vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Ipsum | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | Ipsum | Herald |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |