2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 240 kg more than 1957 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 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Kia | Trabant |
| Model | Shuma | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
