1957 Ford 17M vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1957 Ford 17M is newer by 1 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 265 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, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | 17M | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
