1986 Mini MK V vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1986 Mini MK V is newer by 30 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mini MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mini MK V (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mini MK V should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Mini MK V.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mini MK V (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mini MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mini MK V | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mini | Trabant |
| Model | MK V | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 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 |
