1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1979 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 408 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Mustang | Herald |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |