1998 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 224 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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Focus | P 70 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |