1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Triumph Herald is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Appia (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 84 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Appia | Herald |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
