1997 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Civic weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1997 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Civic | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
