1974 Ford Cortina vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1974 Ford Cortina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Cortina weights approximately 165 kg more than 1963 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, 1974 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Cortina | Herald |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
