2008 Ford Maverick vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 735 kg more than 1963 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 Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Maverick | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 29 L |
