1970 Triumph Herald vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 54 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Herald | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 34 L |
