2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 358 kg more than 1959 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Mustang | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
