1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 75 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
