1975 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Toledo (57 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 207 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1973 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
