1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph Herald weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1968 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fiesta | Herald |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 29 L |
