2008 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 50 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 1958 Trabant P 70
Make Audi Trabant
Model A4 P 70
Year Released 2008 1958
Engine Size 2965 cc 690 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 222 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2390 mm