1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1960 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 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 610 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
