1979 Audi 100 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
