1969 Triumph 1300 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 1300. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1969 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph 1300 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Triumph | Xedos |
| Model | 1300 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
