1961 Triumph TR4 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 411 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph TR4 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Triumph | Scion |
| Model | TR4 | tC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2136 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
