2008 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 49 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 642 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, 2008 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
