1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 200 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
