2008 Honda Fit vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Fit | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 29 L |
