1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 405 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Triumph Herald | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Herald | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |