2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 270 kg more than 1962 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Jazz | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 29 L |
