1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 38 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 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 196 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Caterham | Trabant |
| Model | C21 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
