1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Herald weights approximately 65 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fiesta | Herald |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 29 L |
