1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 330 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Trabant |
Model | 3000 Mk III | P 70 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |