2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 580 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Transit Connect | Herald |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |