2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 46 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 360 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Palio | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 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 | 51 L | 29 L |
