1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 690 cc (2 cylinders), 1955 Trabant P 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Trabant P 70 (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Trabant P 70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Trabant P 70 (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Trabant P 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Citroen | Trabant |
Model | 2CV | P 70 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |