1970 Triumph Herald vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 1050 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Triumph Herald | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Triumph | Audi |
Model | Herald | A5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 67 L |