2005 Audi S4 vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 39 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 870 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | S4 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
