2008 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 49 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 490 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, 2008 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 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 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A4 | P 70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |