2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 490 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.
Because 1960 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Corsa | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 29 L |
