1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet 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, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Cabriolet | Herald |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 29 L |
