1973 Triumph GT6 vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 11 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 (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1962 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, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 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 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph GT6 | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | GT6 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2120 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
