1993 Ford Orion vs. 1970 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1993 Ford Orion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Orion weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Triumph Toledo 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 1970 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Orion, 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, 1993 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Orion | 1970 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Orion | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
