1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601

To start off, 1968 Trabant P 601 is newer by 12 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, 1968 Trabant P 601 (26 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Trabant P 601 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 235 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601.

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 1968 Trabant P 601
Make Trabant Trabant
Model P 70 P 601
Year Released 1956 1968
Engine Size 689 cc 593 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 22 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 615 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2030 mm