1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1962 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 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 2,136 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. 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, 1961 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 40 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
