1960 Triumph Herald vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 48 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 738 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Triumph Herald | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Touran |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
