1999 Buick Regal vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 595 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Triumph 1500 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 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Regal | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
