2004 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 615 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2320 mm |
