1979 Subaru Rex vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex is newer by 23 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 689 cc (2 cylinders), 1956 Trabant P 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Rex (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Rex should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Trabant P 70 (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Trabant P 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Rex | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Subaru | Trabant |
Model | Rex | P 70 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 543 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2390 mm |