2005 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 35 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 810 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, 2005 Audi A4 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |
