John, I bought a red TR4 around 15 years ago and drove it as a daily driver
summer and winter for three years both in St. Louis and Omaha.
now own a 1976 TR6 and can saw they both have their unique plus' (after all
they are Triumphs). As I remember, the TR4 was easier to drive (steer),
probably due to the smaller tires and less weight, whereas the TR6 has the
quicker horsepower and more room in the cockpit. As I remember, the TR4
was a blast to drive.
Charlie
-----Original Message-----
From: Johntr6@aol.com <Johntr6@aol.com>
To: triumphs@autox.team.net <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Date: Monday, June 21, 1999 8:33 PM
Subject: TR4's vs 6's
>
>I'm a long-time 6 owner who is presently looking at a 65 TR4. Needs work
but
>not a total restore. Aside from the stylish Michelotti body, does anyone
out
>there speak strongly for this model? Some call it a "transition", and there
>isn't much difference mechanically from the TR3's, is there? The 4 cylinder
>is nice and simple, but speed and acceleration don't measure up to previous
>and later models, according to what I've read. Can one squeeze more
>compression from the block? Can it be made into a lively little car?
Any
>comments? John
>
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