1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 410 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 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Flavia | Herald |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
