1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 740 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
Model | Mondial | Herald |
Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 29 L |