1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 56 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 798 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon 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 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Trabant | Ford |
Model | P 70 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 689 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2838 mm |