2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70

To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford E-150 1958 Trabant P 70
Make Ford Trabant
Model E-150 P 70
Year Released 2006 1958
Engine Size 4605 cc 690 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 226 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 2060 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2390 mm