2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 886 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Seat | Triumph |
| Model | Alhambra | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
