1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1974 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1974 Triumph Stag is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Stag weights approximately 240 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 1974 Triumph Stag (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1974 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1300 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
