2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Elise weights approximately 31 kg more than 1955 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 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Lotus | Trabant |
| Model | Elise | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
