2004 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1960 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, 2004 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
