2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 750 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.
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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Hilux | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
