1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Herald weights approximately 106 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1963 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Seicento | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 29 L |
