2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 50 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 206 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | F-150 | Herald |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 29 L |