1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 16 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), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle weights approximately 110 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Eagle | Herald |
| Year Released | 1975 | 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 | 122 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
