1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1972 Triumph Stag is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 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) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Stag weights approximately 290 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 124 | Stag |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
