2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 696 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mondeo | Herald |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 29 L |
