1977 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 7 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 380 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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 29 L |
