2009 Honda Fit vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 573 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 1974 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Fit | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
