1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1973 Triumph Toledo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Toledo, 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 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
