1969 Opel GT vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1969 Opel GT is newer by 5 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, 1969 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1964 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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | GT | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
