1964 Triumph TR4 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 553 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4. 2000 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1964 Triumph TR4 has manual transmission. 1964 Triumph TR4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph TR4 | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | TR4 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
