1956 Chrysler C vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1961 Triumph TR4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 914 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4. 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | C | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2240 mm |
