1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Triumph Herald is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Herald weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 29 L |
