1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 13 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 935 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Montego | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2320 mm |
