1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1958 Trabant P 70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 946 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 35 | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Austin | Trabant |
Model | A 35 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |