2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 48 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 520 kg more than 1960 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Bravo | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 29 L |
