1987 Ford Telstar vs. 1956 Trabant P 70

To start off, 1987 Ford Telstar is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Telstar weights approximately 180 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, 1987 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ford Telstar 1956 Trabant P 70
Make Ford Trabant
Model Telstar P 70
Year Released 1987 1956
Engine Size 1998 cc 689 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2390 mm


 

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