2009 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A4 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |
