1955 Citroen 2CV 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 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 690 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Trabant P 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Trabant P 70 (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Trabant P 70 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Trabant P 70 (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Trabant P 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Citroen | Trabant |
Model | 2CV | P 70 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |