2002 Suzuki Twin vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Twin 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 689 cc (2 cylinders), 1956 Trabant P 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Twin (42 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Twin 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 250 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Suzuki Twin (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Twin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Twin | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Trabant |
| Model | Twin | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2740 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2390 mm |
