2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Defender | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |
