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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 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 332 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 (202 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). 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 | 2260 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
