1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 42 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 175 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Lotus | Trabant |
| Model | 340 R | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
