2003 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A3 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
