1974 Mini MK III vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1974 Mini MK III is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mini MK III (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mini MK III should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Mini MK III.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mini MK III (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mini MK III | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mini | Trabant |
| Model | MK III | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |
