2007 Ford Ka vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 48 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 107 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, 2007 Ford Ka (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Ka | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |
