1999 Toyota MR-S vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR-S weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota MR-S | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | MR-S | 1500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |