1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 2 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 506 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 2300 | Herald |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |