1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina 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 27 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 148 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Cortina | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
