1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Stag (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Stag weights approximately 432 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1973 Triumph Stag (192 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fiesta | Stag |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
