1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 206 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Triumph TR3 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
