1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 635 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GTV | Herald |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
