1975 Ford Torino vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 14 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 684 kg more than 1961 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Torino | TR4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |