1969 Ford Capri vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 10 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 215 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, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Capri | Herald |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
