2005 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 46 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 806 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, 2005 Audi A4 (230 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A4 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
