2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 49 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1968 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 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Freelander | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
