1970 Triumph Stag vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Stag. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Triumph Stag. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Stag | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Triumph | Mini |
| Model | Stag | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
