1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 270 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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Telstar | Herald |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
