Triumph 1300
Triumph's sophisticated front-wheel-drive 'Ajax' luxury saloon.
- Power
- 61 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 19.0 s
- Top speed
- 84 mph
- Est. value
- $3k–$10k
About the Triumph 1300
Launched in 1965 as a premium alternative to the Herald, the Triumph 1300 was the company's first front-wheel-drive model. Designed by Giovanni Michelotti, it featured a scaled-down version of the Triumph 2000's elegant styling and a high-quality interior with real wood and plush vinyl. The engine was mounted longitudinally above the gearbox, a layout that allowed for an exceptionally tight turning circle. Despite its innovation and refined road manners, Triumph eventually retreated from front-wheel drive, re-engineering the platform into the rear-wheel-drive Toledo and Dolomite ranges.
Triumph 1300 specs
The Triumph 1300 produces 61 bhp (45 kW) and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 19.0 seconds and has a top speed of 84 mph (135 km/h).
| Make | Triumph |
|---|---|
| Model | 1300 |
| Trim | 1.3 |
| Years | 1965–1970 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 1.3-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,296 cc (1.3 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 61 bhp (45 kW) at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) |
| 0–60 mph | 19.0 s |
| Top speed | 84 mph (135 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 892 kg (1,967 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 68 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Triumph 1300 worth?
A typical Triumph 1300 is estimated to be worth $2,500 – $9,500 (about £1,900 – £7,100).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Triumph 1300 rarity in CarSpot
The Triumph 1300 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 25 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Triumph 1300 fun facts
- The Triumph 1300 is the only British production car to begin its life as a front-wheel-drive model and end it as a rear-wheel-drive one (via the Toledo and Dolomite).
- It featured innovative 'fold-flush' window winders designed to prevent injury to occupants during a collision.
- The 1.3-litre engine was essentially the same unit used in the Triumph Spitfire and Herald 13/60, but adapted for front-wheel-drive application.