1966 Jaguar Type S vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1966 Jaguar Type S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 654 kg more than 1961 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar Type S | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | Type S | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
