1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1956 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Trabant P 70 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Trabant | Alfa Romeo |
Model | P 70 | 146 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 689 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |