2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Triumph Herald weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Panda | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 29 L |
