1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1959 Triumph Herald is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ford Zephyr (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 385 kg more than 1959 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, 1952 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Zephyr | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Zephyr | Herald |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |
