1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1977 Triumph Stag is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 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 109 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph Stag weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1977 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 40 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |
