1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 13 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 270 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Junior | Herald |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
