1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 80 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Scarabeo | Herald |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 29 L |
