2006 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 36 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 1100 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 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 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
