1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1972 Ford Cortina is newer by 13 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 284 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, 1972 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Cortina | Herald |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 29 L |
