1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | ZX | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
