1999 Ford 021 C vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 518 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | 021 C | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 29 L |
