2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 765 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 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Avensis | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
