2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 47 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 866 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Colt | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 29 L |
