1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Triumph Herald weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 500 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 29 L |
