1970 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1976 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1976 Triumph Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (67 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Spitfire | 1976 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
