2007 Kia K2700 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 37 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 750 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, 2007 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia K2700 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | K2700 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
