1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 291 kg more than 1963 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Giulietta | Herald |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
