2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 726 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mondeo | Herald |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 29 L |
