1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 26 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 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, 1985 Fiat Regata (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Regata | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
