1955 Trabant P 70 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 28 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 220 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 | 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Trabant | Mitsubishi |
Model | P 70 | Sigma |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |