1974 Triumph Stag vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Stag weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1974 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 1974 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Stag. (235 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Stag | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Triumph | Fiat |
| Model | Stag | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
