1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 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 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Trabant | Volvo |
| Model | P 70 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 689 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2748 mm |
