1998 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 39 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 600 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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A6 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
