1978 Citroen CX vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1955 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Citroen | Trabant |
Model | CX | P 70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |