1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph TR4 (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 205 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4.
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, 1963 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Commodore | TR4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |