2007 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A4 | P 50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |