1991 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 32 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 720 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, 1991 Audi 100 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 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 | 1500 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
