1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Stag 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 61 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Stag weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Triumph 1500 | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Triumph | Triumph |
Model | 1500 | Stag |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |