1955 Trabant P 70 vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 1978 Zastava 132 is newer by 23 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 132 weights approximately 245 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, 1978 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Trabant P 70 | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Trabant | Zastava |
| Model | P 70 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
