2003 Subaru R2 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 47 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, 2003 Subaru R2 (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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 40 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru R2 (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru R2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Trabant |
| Model | R2 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
