2006 Morgan Aero vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero weights approximately 350 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan Aero | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Morgan | Triumph |
Model | Aero | Herald |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |