1959 Trabant P 70 vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1963 Trabant Universal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 690 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Trabant P 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Trabant Universal (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Trabant Universal should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Trabant P 70 (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Trabant P 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Trabant P 70 | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
Make | Trabant | Trabant |
Model | P 70 | Universal |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2030 mm |