2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 45 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 588 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Cee'd | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
