1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, both 1970 Toyota Corolla and 1970 Triumph 1300 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | Corolla | 1300 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1068 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |