1960 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 389 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.
Because 1960 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Triumph Herald | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Triumph | Honda |
Model | Herald | Fit |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 40 L |