1971 Triumph Toledo vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 305 kg more than 1971 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Triumph Toledo 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 1971 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus, 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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Triumph Toledo | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Triumph | Ford |
Model | Toledo | Focus |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |