1961 Triumph Herald vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 696 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Herald | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Passat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
