1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1967 Ford Zephyr is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 470 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, 1967 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Zephyr | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Zephyr | Herald |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2320 mm |
