1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 132 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
