2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1963 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1963 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Nitro | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 29 L |
