2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 224 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 Peugeot 206 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Trabant |
| Model | 206 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
