1972 Triumph Toledo vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 188 kg more than 1972 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Triumph Toledo | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Triumph | Hyundai |
Model | Toledo | Accent |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |