1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 885 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Gran Torino | Herald |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 29 L |
