1959 Triumph Herald vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 49 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 575 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Triumph Herald | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Herald | Bora |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |