2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 46 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), 2002 Caterham Superlight R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight 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 360 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Caterham | Trabant |
| Model | Superlight R | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 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 | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
