2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 45 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 585 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 3 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
