1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 110 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Triumph Herald weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 110 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 29 L |
