2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 48 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 896 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 159 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
