1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 1500 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Triumph | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
