2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 45 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Mondeo | Herald |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |