1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 7 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 210 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Giulia | Herald |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 29 L |
