1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 10 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 GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GTA | Herald |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| 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 | 93 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 29 L |
