1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1963 Ford Cortina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Cortina | TR4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |