1994 Ford Probe vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 476 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Probe | Herald |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
