1976 Fiat 133 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1976 Fiat 133 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Triumph Herald (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Triumph Herald should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Triumph Herald (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 133 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2320 mm |
