1967 Triumph 1300 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 117 kg more than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph 1300 | 1997 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
