1963 Triumph Herald vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 44 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 2,478 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Herald | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |
