1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1983 Westfield ZEI is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Trabant P 70 | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Trabant | Westfield |
| Model | P 70 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 689 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
