1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1960 Triumph Herald is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1400 (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1400 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
