2002 Lada 2123 vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph TR4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | 2123 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
