1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 7 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 224 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GT | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GT | Herald |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 29 L |
