1947 Austin 16 vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1974 Triumph Toledo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | 16 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
