1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 55 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1956 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 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 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 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Trabant | Citroen |
Model | P 70 | C5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 689 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2820 mm |