1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 15 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 80 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Alfasud | Herald |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
