2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Stag weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1976 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Panda | Stag |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
