1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Ford 12 M is newer by 10 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 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford 12 M (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 12 M weights approximately 90 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford 12 M (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford 12 M | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | 12 M | Herald |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |