2001 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 45 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 635 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 05-Sep | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Saab | Trabant |
| Model | 05-Sep | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
