1985 Peugeot 309 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 30 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 309 (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 20 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, 1985 Peugeot 309 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 309 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Trabant |
| Model | 309 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
