1990 Audi 100 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1963 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
