1977 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Ford Escort is newer by 17 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Escort (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 152 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, 1960 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Herald |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
