1996 Toyota Paseo vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1996 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Paseo | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Paseo | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
