1961 Triumph Herald vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 495 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Herald | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2480 mm |
