2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 792 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Trabant |
| Model | Armada | P 50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2030 mm |
