1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (54 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1956 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Cortina | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
