1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 315 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 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Tempo | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
