1968 Triumph 1300 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 45 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1571 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Triumph 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 1300 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Triumph | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
