1970 Audi Variant vs. 1970 Triumph Stag
To start off, both 1970 Audi Variant and 1970 Triumph Stag were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Stag weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Triumph Stag is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi Variant | 1970 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Audi | Triumph |
Model | Variant | Stag |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |