1964 Triumph TR4 vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1964 Triumph TR4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Triumph TR4 | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
Model | TR4 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |