1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (49 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Fiesta (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Fiesta | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
