1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1966 Ford Zephyr is newer by 3 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 366 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Zephyr | Herald |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
