2006 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 46 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 830 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, 2006 Audi A4 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
