1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 450 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | Palio | Herald |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 29 L |