2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 1,753 cc, 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Bantam (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 468 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. 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 Ford Bantam (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Bantam | P 50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 499 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
