1963 Triumph Herald vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 679 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
