1964 Triumph TR4 vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1972 Triumph Stag is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 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 24 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Stag weights approximately 235 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph TR4 | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR4 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 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 | 965 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
