1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 15 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 2,136 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 14 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, 1961 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GT | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
