1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 28 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 130 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Alfasud | Herald |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 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 | 890 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
