Minneapolis 27-42 vs Twin City 27-44

Side-by-side specs comparison

Minneapolis 27-42

Minneapolis 27-42

46 HP · 1928–1929

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Twin City 27-44

Twin City 27-44

48 HP · 1927–1935

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Twin City 27-44 is more powerful than the Minneapolis 27-42: 48 HP versus 46 HP (+2 HP, +4%).
  • The Minneapolis 27-42 is the more recent model: production started in 1928, versus 1927 for the Twin City 27-44.
  • The Twin City 27-44 is heavier: 4173 kg versus 3084 kg for the Minneapolis 27-42.

Full specs comparison

Minneapolis 27-42Twin City 27-44
Power46 HP48 HP
Production years1928–19291927–1935
FuelGasolineKerosene
Cylinders44
Displacement8.6 L10.5 L
Weight3 084 kg4 173 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)2 / 12 / 1
Wheelbase230 cm246 cm
Length363 cm386 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Minneapolis 27-42 or the Twin City 27-44?

The Twin City 27-44 is more powerful than the Minneapolis 27-42: 48 HP versus 46 HP (+2 HP, +4%).

Which is more recent, the Minneapolis 27-42 or the Twin City 27-44?

The Minneapolis 27-42 is the more recent model: production started in 1928, versus 1927 for the Twin City 27-44.

Which is heavier, the Minneapolis 27-42 or the Twin City 27-44?

The Twin City 27-44 is heavier: 4173 kg versus 3084 kg for the Minneapolis 27-42.

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