1967 Triumph GT6 vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1967 Triumph GT6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph GT6 | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | GT6 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 53 L |
