1947 Austin 16 vs. 1975 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1975 Triumph Stag is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1975 Triumph Stag.
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, 1975 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1975 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | 16 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
