2002 Citroen C5 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2002 Citroen C5 is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 550 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | C5 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
