2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 34 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500.
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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tundra | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Tundra | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
