1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1969 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 1300. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 85 kg more than 1969 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 1969 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corona | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
