2007 Nissan Note vs. 1970 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 37 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, 1970 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Stag weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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, 2007 Nissan Note, 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, 1970 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 1970 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Note | Stag |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1384 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
