2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 865 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Fusion | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
