1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1958 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
Model | 200 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |