1964 Triumph TR4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 48 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 105 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph TR4 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | TR4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
