1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 446 kg more than 1956 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Trabant P 70 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
Model | P 70 | Golf |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 689 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 165 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |