1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 138 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Alfasud | Herald |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
