1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1970 Buick Centurion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1966 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Centurion 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 1970 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Centurion | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
