2008 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 49 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), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 780 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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 161 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 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 |
