2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 48 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 625 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.
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, 2007 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2007 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Doblo | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
