2006 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 50 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 428 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A4 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
