1970 Triumph Stag vs. 1980 Zastava 132
To start off, 1980 Zastava 132 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Stag would be higher. 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 37 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Stag weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 Zastava 132. 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, 1970 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 132. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Stag | 1980 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zastava |
| Model | Stag | 132 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
