2004 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 49 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 394 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, 2004 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Focus | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
