1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1988 Alpine V6 is newer by 29 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alpine V6 weights approximately 420 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | V6 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
