2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 43 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Caterham | Trabant |
Model | 21 | P 70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |