1974 Fiat 124 vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1975 Triumph Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 124 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 124 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
