2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1972 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 11 kg more than 1972 Triumph Toledo. 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1972 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Elise | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
