1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 11 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 326 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 1750 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
