1966 Triumph 1300 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 235 kg more than 1966 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Triumph 1300 | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1300 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
