1993 Toyota Carina vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 309 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Carina | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
