1969 Triumph Herald vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 168 kg more than 1969 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph Herald | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Citi |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1145 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
