1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1959 Trabant P 70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 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, 1955 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Austin | Trabant |
Model | A 40 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |