1958 Trabant P 50 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph 2000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Trabant P 50 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Trabant | Triumph |
Model | P 50 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |