1960 Triumph Herald vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit

To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Triumph Herald 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
Make Triumph Volkswagen
Model Herald Rabbit
Year Released 1960 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2410 mm


 

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