2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 784 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 Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mondeo | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 29 L |
