2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 44 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 310 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, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Jazz | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
