1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 1965 Trabant Universal

To start off, 1965 Trabant Universal is newer by 9 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 689 cc (2 cylinders), 1956 Trabant P 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Trabant Universal (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Trabant Universal 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 190 kg more than 1965 Trabant Universal.

Let's talk about torque, 1956 Trabant P 70 (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Trabant P 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Trabant P 70 1965 Trabant Universal
Make Trabant Trabant
Model P 70 Universal
Year Released 1956 1965
Engine Size 689 cc 595 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 22 HP 23 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 51 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 660 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 3370 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2030 mm


 

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