1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 4 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 554 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Flaminia | Herald |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 29 L |
