1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 52 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 7 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Citi 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 70 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 689 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
