1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1980 Alpine A 310 is newer by 21 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 220 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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alpine A 310 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Alpine | Triumph |
Model | A 310 | Herald |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |