1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1969 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1978 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1969 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Campagnola | Herald |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 29 L |
