2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 46 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 318 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | SSR | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 29 L |
