2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 558 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Mustang | Herald |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |