1963 Porsche 356 vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Porsche 356 | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 356 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
