1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 830 kg more than 1959 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fairlane | Herald |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2320 mm |
