1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Ka weights approximately 205 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 Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka 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 Ka | |
Make | Trabant | Ford |
Model | P 70 | Ka |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 689 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |