1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Alfetta | Herald |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 29 L |
