1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 30 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 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Festiva | Herald |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2320 mm |
