1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1977 Triumph Stag is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Stag weights approximately 405 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1100 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
