2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Citroen | Trabant |
Model | C1 | P 70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |