2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sienna | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Sienna | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
