1961 Triumph TR3 vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR3 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Because 1961 Triumph TR3 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 1961 Triumph TR3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300, 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, 1961 Triumph TR3 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph TR3 | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR3 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 904 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
