2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 965 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 Chrysler Sebring (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Trabant |
| Model | Sebring | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
