1975 Audi 50 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Triumph Herald weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Audi 50.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Audi 50 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 50 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
