1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 14 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1960 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, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 130 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 760 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 | 29 L |
