1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 17 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | Mondial | Herald |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 29 L |
