1957 Trabant P 70 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 51 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 578 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 70 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
