2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1964 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (30 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 471 kg more than 1964 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1964 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Mini | Trabant |
| Model | Cooper | Universal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 24 L |
