1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1976 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1976 Triumph Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 60 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1976 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, 1966 Austin A 60 (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 1976 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 60 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
