1964 MG 1100 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1964 MG 1100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1964 MG 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 MG 1100 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | MG | Trabant |
| Model | 1100 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
