1989 Audi 200 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 30 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 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, 1989 Audi 200 (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 200 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
