1963 Triumph Herald vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 165 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Herald | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
