1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1959 Trabant P 70

To start off, 1969 Ford Zephyr is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 400 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, 1969 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Ford Zephyr 1959 Trabant P 70
Make Ford Trabant
Model Zephyr P 70
Year Released 1969 1959
Engine Size 1995 cc 690 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 81 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2390 mm


 

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