1970 Triumph Stag vs. 2010 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 207 is newer by 40 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 35 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1970 Triumph Stag.
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, 2010 Peugeot 207, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Stag | 2010 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Triumph | Peugeot |
| Model | Stag | 207 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
