1952 Porsche 356 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1956 Trabant P 70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,131 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Porsche 356 (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Porsche 356 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 70 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Porsche 356 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Porsche 356 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Trabant |
| Model | 356 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2390 mm |
