1970 Triumph 1500 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph 1500 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Triumph | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1500 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
