1955 Peugeot 203 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 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 270 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 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Peugeot 203 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Peugeot | Trabant |
Model | 203 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2390 mm |