1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 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 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 614 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Avanti | Triumph |
| Model | Avanti | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
