1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Fiat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 124 (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 124 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 124 | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 124 | Herald |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |