1983 Ford Capri vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 465 kg more than 1963 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Capri | Herald |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
