1955 Trabant P 70 vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 49 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), 2004 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Cerato (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato weights approximately 395 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, 2004 Kia Cerato (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Trabant P 70 | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Trabant | Kia |
| Model | P 70 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
