1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 415 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 145 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |
