2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 265 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Mini | Trabant |
Model | Cooper | P 70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |