2006 Audi TT vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 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 TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | TT | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 29 L |
