2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1605 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Express | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 29 L |
