1989 Audi 200 vs. 1969 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1969 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1969 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 200 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 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 | 58 L | 29 L |
