1957 Trabant P 70 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,423 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1957 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 Polo (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Trabant P 70 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 70 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
