1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 47 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 382 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Triumph Herald | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Herald | Touran |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |