1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 38 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 375 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 145 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
