1955 Trabant P 70 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 650 kg more than 1955 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Trabant P 70 | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 70 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
