1968 Triumph 1300 vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1973 Volvo 145 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 145 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Volvo 145 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 1973 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1973 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 1300 | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
