1955 Trabant P 70 vs. 2011 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 207 is newer by 56 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 207 (74 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 224 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, 2011 Peugeot 207 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 207 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 | 2011 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Trabant | Peugeot |
| Model | P 70 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
