1996 Honda Today vs. 1976 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 20 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 96 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Stag weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Triumph Stag. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1976 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Today | Stag |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
