1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1958 Trabant P 70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | 1900 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
