1995 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 36 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 345 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, 1995 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Escort | Herald |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |