2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 47 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Because 1959 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 1959 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Stilo | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
