1959 Trabant P 70 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 216 kg more than 1959 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Trabant P 70 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Trabant | Nissan |
| Model | P 70 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1066 kg |
