1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1959 Trabant P 70 is newer by 3 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 690 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Trabant P 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 22 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 54 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Trabant P 70 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Trabant | Trabant |
| Model | P 70 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 689 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
