1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 8 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 130 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
