2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1955 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Honda | Trabant |
Model | S2000 | P 70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |