2005 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 46 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 391 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, 2005 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
