1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1976 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1976 Triumph Stag is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Stag weights approximately 725 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. 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, 1976 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 1976 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 500 | Stag |
Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 485 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |