1976 Triumph Toledo vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1785 kg more than 1976 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Triumph Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Triumph Toledo | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | Toledo | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 136 L |
