2000 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 41 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 420 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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Focus | Herald |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |