2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 248 kg more than 1956 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 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | Xsara | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
