2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 50 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 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 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 15 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, 2009 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | C1 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| 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 | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
