1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1962 Triumph TR4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 560 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Triumph TR4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | Station Wagon | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
