1970 Triumph 1300 vs. 1969 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1300 is newer by 1 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. Both 1970 Triumph 1300 and 1969 Triumph 1300 are equipped with a 1,296 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 1300 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 1300. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph 1300 | 1969 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
