2006 Mazda 2 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 36 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 375 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, 2006 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 2 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 2 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| 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 | 99 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
