2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 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 Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Palio | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 29 L |
