1974 Toyota Celica vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, both vehicles can yield 135 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Celica | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Celica | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
