1991 Audi V8 vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1966 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Triumph 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | V8 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
