1966 Morris Minor vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1966 Morris Minor is newer by 11 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), 1966 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris Minor 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 50 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Minor | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Morris | Trabant |
| Model | Minor | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2390 mm |
