1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 335 kg more than 1959 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Taunus | Herald |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2320 mm |
