2006 SsangYong Kyron vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1183 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Kyron | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | SsangYong | Triumph |
| Model | Kyron | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |
