1976 Peugeot Peugette vs. 1976 Triumph Stag

To start off, both 1976 Peugeot Peugette and 1976 Triumph Stag were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.

Because 1976 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 1976 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot Peugette, 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, 1976 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Peugeot Peugette 1976 Triumph Stag
Make Peugeot Triumph
Model Peugette Stag
Year Released 1976 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1123 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 65 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2550 mm


 

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