2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1493 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 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | Ram | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2390 mm |
