1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 35 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 680 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Scorpio | Herald |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |