2007 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 37 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 725 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A3 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
