2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 45 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mini | Triumph |
| Model | Cooper | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
