1974 Triumph Toledo vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 183 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1974 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Toledo | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Toledo | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
