1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1972 Triumph Stag is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Stag (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Stag weights approximately 615 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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, 1972 Triumph Stag (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
