1970 Triumph 1300 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 641 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Triumph 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph 1300 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | 1300 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
