1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 590 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Spider | Herald |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 29 L |
