1960 Triumph Herald vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 49 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 470 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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Triumph Herald | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Herald | Beetle |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |