1974 Triumph Toledo vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1974 Triumph Toledo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph TR6 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1974 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, 1969 Triumph TR6 (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Toledo | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Toledo | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
