2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 50 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 448 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Expedition | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2390 mm |
