1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1975 Triumph Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 1300 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |