1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 29 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 880 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Fleetwood | Herald |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |
