1974 Morgan 4 vs. 1974 Triumph Stag
To start off, both 1974 Morgan 4 and 1974 Triumph Stag were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Stag weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 Morgan 4. 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, 1974 Triumph Stag (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Morgan 4 | 1974 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Morgan | Triumph |
Model | 4 | Stag |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |