1987 Citroen AX vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 29 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Citroen | Trabant |
Model | AX | P 70 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |