1964 Triumph TR4 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 37 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 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 51 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Because 1964 Triumph TR4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Triumph TR4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph TR4 | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | TR4 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
