2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Arosa (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 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 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Arosa | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 29 L |
