2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 53 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1352 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Hummer | Trabant |
| Model | H3 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
