1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 218 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.
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 GT (140 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GT | Herald |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 29 L |
