1961 Triumph Herald vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 180 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Triumph Herald | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Triumph | Fiat |
Model | Herald | Croma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 62 L |