1978 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1976 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1978 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Stag would be higher. 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 87 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Stag weights approximately 395 kg more than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1976 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Triumph Spitfire | 1976 Triumph Stag | |
Make | Triumph | Triumph |
Model | Spitfire | Stag |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 63 L |