1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 628 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.
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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | Herald |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
